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When you think of Antwerp, the first things that spring to mind are probably beer and waffles. But there's much more to this dynamic Belgium city than the obvious stereotypes. In reality, Antwerp is a trendy, forward-thinking urban centre with lots to offer.
One of the first things you'll notice when you arrive in Antwerp on your company retreat is the smooth, laid-back vibe that the locals exude. This cool atmosphere is equally matched by the stellar array of trendy restaurants and cafés that line the streets and plazas.
Antwerp offers all of the exciting opportunities and things to do that you would expect of a modern, cosmopolitan metropolis plus a bunch of unique cultural experiences. Many people visit Antwerp each year to admire the stunning 16th-century landmarks, gothic cathedrals and world-class galleries filled with the works of influential artists like Van Gogh and Sir Peter Paul Rubens.
If your team is a fan of art, history and architecture, Antwerp is an ideal location to host your next team-building retreat. But this dynamic city has something to offer adventure seekers too. As a modern city, Antwerp offers a huge range of team-building activities like brewery tours, escape rooms, art workshops and much more!
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We've put together a list of
team-building activities for company retreats in
Antwerp
, including options that work well for both small and large teams.
From Grote Markt to Zuid and Antwerp’s fashion district, this retreat agenda brings together focused sessions, a creative team experience, and relaxed time to explore the city.
Antwerp is a strong option for teams that want a stylish, design-driven city with a more relaxed pace than Brussels. A corporate retreat in Antwerp combines creative energy, compact walkability, and a strong food and fashion scene, making it ideal for teams looking for both focus and inspiration.
Antwerp is well connected for European teams. Antwerp International Airport (ANR) is close to the city, but most international arrivals come through Brussels Airport (BRU), which is about 35–45 minutes away by direct train.
Late spring and early autumn usually offer the best conditions, with temperatures around 15–25°C. Summer is lively with events and outdoor dining, while winter is quieter and better suited for indoor-focused retreats.
The Historic Centre is ideal for first-time visits and walkability, Zuid offers a more creative and cultural atmosphere, Eilandje is modern and waterfront-focused, and Zurenborg provides a quieter, local feel.
Teams often choose activities like guided city tours, chocolate workshops, brewery visits, cycling tours, and interactive scavenger hunts through the historic center. Visits to museums like MAS are also popular.
Most teams plan 2 to 3 days in Antwerp. The city’s compact size allows for an efficient schedule while still leaving room for team-building and social moments.
Antwerp stands out for its creative identity, especially in fashion and design. Compared to Brussels, a corporate retreat in Antwerp feels more artistic and less formal, which can create a more relaxed team dynamic.
Yes, Antwerp is ideal for culture-focused retreats. Teams can explore art museums, architecture, historic sites, and local creative districts, all within short distances.
Antwerp has a strong food scene with Belgian classics and modern dining. Teams often organize group dinners, chocolate tastings, brewery visits, and explore local specialties like waffles and fries.
Antwerp is easy to navigate for international teams, especially with its proximity to Brussels. In our experience, groups find it accessible, English-friendly, and simple to coordinate.
Surf Office was amazing to work with - from the initial introductory call to the final day of our corporate retreat! They are well-organised, transparent, super reliable and the communication throughout the planning and execution phase was prompt and clear. We are looking forward to working with them for future company retreats.
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Elke and Álvaro to plan our onsite, and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, they were incredibly friendly, responsive, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping us create a great event. Elke was so thoughtful and organized, always making sure every little detail was covered and keeping everything running smoothly. She brought such a positive energy to the process — she was super approachable and made collaboration easy and fun. Throughout the entire planning period, they both went above and beyond to support us. I really appreciated how proactive they were in anticipating our needs, and how enjoyable every interaction was. It truly felt like working with partners who cared as much about the success of our onsite as we did. Thank you, Elke and Álvaro, for being such a joy to work with! I’d happily work with you both again any time.
It's our second year working with Surf Office for our company offsite (30 pax first year, and 42 pax second year), and we're super happy! This year our offsite was a huge success, with direct impact on our employees' satisfaction, company culture, and alignment with our mission. The week they put together for us was perfect on all fronts: venue selection, logistics, activities, last-minute changes - everything was super well executed. Couldn't recommend them more! And... I know whom we're working with next year!
Working with Surf Office was a great experience from start to finish. Communication was smooth, the planning was thoughtful, and the platform made coordination easy. We really appreciated the well-curated suggestions for locations, activities, and restaurants – everything felt carefully considered. Beyond that, the setup created a great team atmosphere, making it easy to connect and enjoy our time together. We would definitely recommend Surf Office to any team looking for a well-organized and inspiring retreat.
Danielle, Giselle and the SurfOffice team were extremely cooperative, understanding and flexible to support my team’s 80-person offsite in Belgrade, Serbia. From being patient with our company’s lengthy vendor due diligence and procurement process, to responding swiftly when an attendee misplaced her passport - everything went really smoothly. Working with them took a huge load off our shoulders and their relationships with hotels/activities/venues also helped us secure good deals. Would definitely recommend their services to any company who’s looking to plan for an enjoyable team offsite.
We recently organized our company offsite with SurfOffice, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning: The location selection and contract negotiations with Giselle, to the actual planning and execution of the offsite together with Elke, everything was handled exceptionally well. Working with Elke was truly outstanding. She was incredibly proactive, always thinking several steps ahead, and responded extremely quickly to every question or change. She managed to get fast answers from all providers: from transport companies to hotels and local activity partners- and did so with a consistently friendly and professional attitude. Thanks to her dedication, we had little organizational workload on our side, and we always felt fully supported. The offsite turned out to be an amazing experience for our whole team, and we’re certain we couldn’t have organized something like this on our own. SurfOffice played a huge role in making our offsite in Kemer such a success, and we can wholeheartedly recommend them to any company planning an offsite for a larger group.
Sara was fantastic in organising our company trip to Istanbul - she was quick to reply, offered great solutions to issues, and made the trip itself seamless and enjoyable. Already looking forward to the next one!
Expertise and competence in service. Friendly, helpful, and respectful communication. Comfortable, welcoming, and inspiring surroundings.
This was our second year working with Surf to plan our annual company retreat, and once again, they smashed it. We had a beautiful, restorative and fun retreat just outside of Barcelona that the whole team loved. It was so lovely to have the team's support in planning such a complex event, and they did a great job at helping us stay within budget. Great experience overall.
The most popular team building activities are surf lessons, SUP lessons and tapas night but there are plenty more to choose from.
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